Tetraxim Vaccine 0.5 ml in 1 prefilled syringe

Product Of Sanofi India Ltd

Composition: Diphtheria Toxoid (30IU) + Tetanus Toxoid (40IU) + Pertussis Toxoid (25mcg) + Filamentous Haemagglutinin (25mcg) + Poliomyelitis Virus Type 1 (40D Antigen Unit) + Poliomyelitis Virus Type 2 (8D Antigen Unit) + Poliomyelitis virus type 3 (32D Antigen Unit)

Pack of 1 ml

₹ 2188.00

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All Details About Tetraxim Vaccine

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Tetraxim Vaccine

Description:

Tetraxim Vaccine is a vaccine to protect infants and toddlers against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, and polio. It helps develop immunity against the mentioned diseases by initiating a mild infection.

Tetraxim Vaccine is administered by injection to infants and toddlers starting from the age of 2 months. Primary vaccination involves giving the injection at an interval of one month three times, usually at the age of 2, 3, and 4 months. The primary vaccination is followed by a booster dose 1 year after the primary injection during the second year of life. Make sure the child turns up for all the doses to get the full benefit of the vaccine. It should be given by a doctor or nurse, who will make sure you get the right amount. Do not try to administer this medicine at home by yourself.

The most common side effects of this vaccine include loss of appetite, nervousness, irritability, abnormal crying, somnolence, headache, vomiting, myalgia, injection site reactions, fever, and malaise. It may also cause other side effects such as insomnia, sleep disturbances, and diarrhea. Consult the doctor if they are bothering you or do not go away. Earlier injecting this vaccine, tell the doctor if the child has any other medical conditions or is on any medications. This will make sure the safety of the child.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Tetraxim

Loss of appetite
Tenseness
Irritability
Atypical crying
Sleepiness
Headache
Vomiting
Muscle pain
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Fever
Feeling of discomfort
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Sleep disturbance
Diarrhea

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tetraxim Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Tetraxim Vaccine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Tetraxim Vaccine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Tetraxim Vaccine is not for use in adults.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Tetraxim Vaccine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Tetraxim Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Tetraxim Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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